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Helpful Phrases For Saying “No”
There are so many demands on your time and energy that saying "no" is crucial to your emotional well-being. Find a printable list of helpful ways to say “no” and reasons why saying no is crucial.

Radical Self-Care Tips from Dr. Julie Hanks
Self-care isn’t selfish—it’s essential. Prioritizing mental and emotional health might seem pointless, but even small acts of self-care can make a big difference. In this post you’ll find my radical self-care routine.

How Idealizing Motherhood Hurts Mormon Women
We often talk about motherhood as if it is women’s only valuable source of identity and meaning for a woman. Being a mother is an important aspect of my identity as an LDS woman, but it is not the entirety of my identity. While mothering my children is an important contribution, it is not the source of my worth. Keep reading to learn how idealizing motherhood hurts women.

Dr. Julie Hanks on Latter-daily Digest: Motherhood, Career, and More
I was a recent guest on the Latter-daily Digest YouTube Channel. Together we discussed the steps I’ve taken to follow my dreams and achieve everything I’ve desired.

That’s Church Guest Appearance: Empowering Mixed Faith Marriages Podcast Episode
I loved my time chatting with the hosts of That’s Church. Listen to our discussion regarding embracing Mixed Faith Marriages.

Why Mormon Women (and Men!) Love Plastic Surgery: Mormon Stories Podcast Guest Appearance
On my guest appearance on a recent Mormon Stories Podcast Live, we discussed what is driving the trend causing mormon women (and men) to love plastic surgery.

Creativity, Therapy, and Self-Discovery: Dr. Julie Hanks Guest Appearance
Dr. Julie Hanks in a guest appearance on a podcast about the complex journey of personal and creative growth.

Navigating Personal Beliefs Within Religious Contexts and Maintaining Relationships: Guest Appearance on Between Us Podcast
Dr. Julie Hanks recently appeared as a guest on the Between Us Podcast. They discussed how to navigate personal beliefs within religious contexts, how to maintain relationships, and more.

10 Signs of a Healthy Self
Your self is the core of who you are. Some people call it the soul or the spirit. Whatever you call it, it consists of the very best parts of you. I have found during my time working with LDS clients that the desire to avoid tension and conflict can sometimes hinder the development of a sense of self.

Invisible Labor: Valuing the Unseen Contributions of Women
Several months ago, a family member recounted a small but powerful scenario that happened in her Sacrament Meeting. While conducting the meeting, the bishop acknowledged that one of his counselors was not present on the stand; his counselor’s wife was ill and he was sitting in the pews with his children. Interestingly, not once was the man’s spouse acknowledged for sitting alone with her children week after week while her husband sat on the stand. Why? Because women are expected to perform the bulk of the invisible labor required for maintaining relationships.

Tips to Stop Arguing About Chores at Home
Have you ever wondered, “How can I get my spouse to do more work around the house?” You are not alone. Here are tips to help you stop arguing over chores at home Dr. Julie Hanks shared on Good Morning Utah.

How do I support my 13-year-old daughter who wants to stay in the LDS Church when I have left? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Saren is trying to reconcile letting her child be a part of something that she has chosen to leave behind while also respecting her daughter’s agency. To top it off, her daughter has had a difficult time with her mother’s decision to leave the Church.

Fowler’s Stages of Faith: 6 Stages of Faith Development
James Fowler developed a theory of six stages that people go through as their faith matures. The basic theory, known as Fowler’s Stages of Faith, can be applied, not only to those in traditional faiths, but those who follow alternative spiritualities or secular worldviews as well.

How do I decide on a career that I won’t later regret or wish I had taken a different path? Ask Dr. Julie Hanks
Kellice wants to choose a sustainable career to support herself and her boys, but she isn’t sure where to start. How can she be sure she isn’t going to make the wrong decision?

Opinion: Mother’s Day is painful for many of my clients. Here’s how we all can help—Op-ed for The Salt Lake Tribune
Why do so many women dread Mother’s Day? What are we doing inadvertently, as a community, to perpetuate this pain? And what can we do about it?
Based on my 30 years of clinical experience working with women in Utah, I have a few ideas.